Conservation Assistant

UNITED TANSANIA e.V. is a non-profit organization headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Dedicated to hyena conservation, they operate a research camp in Endamaghan, Lake Eyasi, situated within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Led by a veterinarian, their team includes local experts like trackers and a camp manager.

Promoting Human-Hyena Harmony

their mission is twofold:

• Mitigate Human-Hyena Conflict:They strive to minimize conflict by empowering local communities to peacefully coexist with hyenas.
• Feasibility Study on Striped Hyenas: They are aiming to conduct a comprehensive study to understand the status and needs of striped hyena population at Lake Eyasi.

The Challenge: Human-wildlife conflict is a major threat to biodiversity. Factors like expanding settlements, land-use changes, and competition for resources (food, water) can block migratory routes and lead to livestock predation.

The Opportunity:

We are recruiting a GIS Research Assistant to join our dedicated team! This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate individual seeking hands-on experience in a stunning location. You will work alongside team members from the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes.

Responsibilities:

• Utilize GIS software for conservation projects
• Deploy and collect data from trail cameras and GPS devices
• Proficiency in ArcGIS is required, with R experience / CamTrapR would be a plus

Qualifications:

• Degree (MSc preferable) in a related field (conservation, biology, ecology) preferred
• Experience working with GIS for conservation purposesComfortable living in a rural camp with solar and satellite internet

Location:

Hyena Research Camp, Endamaghan at Lake Eyasi, Karatu District, Northern Tanzania

Conditions:

START: The placements can be filled immediately

DURATION: Min. 1 year

COMPENSATION: Accommodation, food, internet, Work & Residency permit can be obtained when the candidate is a fit.